Miami Circular 15 – A short route in Florida that includes a nature and amusement parks. This trip starts and ends in Miami and, in addition to visiting Orlando’s theme parks, includes a visit to the Keys, to Everglades National Park and a few more state parks along this route.
Please note – During summer months it is very hot and humid along this route. This route can be affected by summer hurricanes. The peak of the hurricane season is in September. It is possible to travel this route during summer months, but it is advised to be up to date regarding the forecast. The most recommended months for taking this trip are April to May, as well as October-November.
Day 1 – Land in Miami and enjoy half a day in the city
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 2 – Spend the day in Miami
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 3 – Drive to Orlando and on the way – go shopping, 3.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 4 – Visit one of Universal’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 5 – Visit Blue Springs State Park or the Kennedy Space Center or visit one of Orlando’s great water parks, 1 hour drive in each direction to Blue Springs or the Kennedy Space Center
(You may also consider on going on a day tour and swim with the Manatees or go on a short wildlife airboat tour out of Orlando)
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 6 – Visit one of Disneyworld’s theme parks
Lodging location: Orlando
Day 7 – Drive south to Everglades City and on the way visit Myakka River State Park, 5 hours drive
Lodging location: Everglades City
Day 8 – Take a boat tour in the 10,000 Islands region of Everglades National Park and visit Big Cypress National Preserve, short drive
Lodging location: Everglades City
Day 9 – Visit the northern part of Everglades National Park (including Shark Valley) and drive to the Keys Islands, 4.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Key West
Day 10 – Enjoy the day around Key West, short drive
Lodging location: Key West
Day 11 – Drive back to the mainland (on the way don’t miss the beaches of Bahia Honda State Park), 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Homestead or Flamingo
Day 12 – Visit the Flamingo region of Everglades National Park and then drive to Miami, 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 13 – Enjoy one more day in Miami
Lodging location: Miami Beach
Day 14 – Fly Home
(You could consider flying back from Orlando instead of Miami and thus the trip will be shortened by one day)
– In order to fill this route with content – see our Southeast USA destinations pages, where you can find articles that include suggestions what to do in various locations along this route.
